The Red Chin Panchax occurs in heavily vegetated coastal swamps, quiet brooks, and the slow-flowing portions of rivers. These delightful top-dwellers are an ideal choice for small, heavily planted aquaria. The tank must be mature and have myriad of hiding places amongst driftwood and thick vegetation, which should include floating species to help diffuse the light. Filtration should be efficient but water movement gentle, as most populations of Firemouth Panchax are found inhabiting sluggish waters. Small, frequent partial water changes are a must to keep nitrate at a minimum. As a gregarious species, these fish should be kept in groups of 8 or more. Juveniles are very peaceful, but the males may bicker a little as they mature - this does not usually pose any problems in heavily planted aquaria where there is an abundance of visual barriers.